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Devon and Cornwall Police said an investigation into the accident was ongoing.

Scene: He was struck by an uncoupled trailer and pinned against its towing vehicle on Dartmoor (file image)

Location: He suffered a head injury and cardiac arrest, and was later pronounced dead by paramedics. Above, the accident happened at Bracken Tor youth hostel (pictured) near Okehampton, Devon, on Tuesday evening

A force spokesman said: 'Both
the towing vehicle and trailer were military items and were part of a
small convoy heading towards Okehampton battle camp.

'Local
officers, including CID and the serious collisions investigation unit,
attended the scene and began an investigation whilst in consultation
with military personnel. The Health and Safety Executive has been informed.'